Spanish explorers were drawn to Florida primarily by the search for wealth and new territories during the Age of Exploration. They were influenced by legends of gold, particularly the mythical Fountain of Youth, which was said to grant eternal life. Additionally, Spain aimed to expand its influence in the New World and establish missions to convert Indigenous peoples to Christianity. The strategic location of Florida also made it an attractive site for trade and military outposts.
Ornando Cortez and Francisco Pizarro
christopher colombus
Andrew Jackson
Andrew Jackson led an attack against the Spanish and the Seminoles in 1816. He also destroyed the Negro Fort on this expedition.
a spanish person that explores
yes they found gold in florida
By outnumbering them
Before Florida became a U.S. territory, military campaigns in the region were primarily led by Spanish and British forces, as Florida was contested territory between these colonial powers. Notably, the British General James Oglethorpe conducted military operations against Spanish Florida during the early 18th century, particularly during the War of Jenkins' Ear. Additionally, the Spanish military defended the territory against incursions and maintained control until the U.S. acquisition of Florida in 1821.
Spanish Florida was created in 1565.
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yes, they were elected in 1810